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We can help homeowners, communities and professionals protect public health and the Minnesota environment through proper wastewater treatment.

Homeowners — Over one-fourth of Minnesota households use an onsite sewage treatment system. Homeowners can learn about installation, operation, and management of septic systems to safeguard the health of their families and communities and protect their septic system investment. More...

Communities — We work with residents and local leaders to find wastewater treatment solutions that meet your unique environmental, social, and financial needs. More...

Professionals who install, design, inspect or perform maintenance on onsite systems in Minnesota need extensive education and experience to meet licensing requirements. We offer convenient, high quality licensure and continuing education for onsite sewage treatment system professionals. We have lots of great resources for professionals. More...

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Upcoming Workshops  
 

See what Onsite Sewage Treatment workshops are available for professionals, homeowners, and small communities.

 

Features

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Septic System Owner's Guide

Proper treatment of sewage recycles water back into the natural environment with reduced health risks to humans and animals and prevents surface and groundwater contamination.

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Septic System Operation
after a Flood

When floodwaters cover your septic system it should not be used. Take action to minimize the damage after a flood.


Program Hot Topics  
 

Seasonal care of your septic system: winter, spring, summer & fall

 

Contact Information

Nick Haig, Program Coordinator
Onsite Sewage Treatment Program
Water Resources Center, OSTP
173 McNeal Hall
1985 Buford Ave
St. Paul, MN 55108
Phone: 612-625-9797
800-322-8642
Fax: 612-624-6434
E-mail: septic@umn.edu

Program Team
Contact a member of the Onsite Sewage Program Team

Extension & Local Contacts
Wastewater Treatment Assistance for Individual & Community Systems

 
 
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